Martina Castells Ballespí facts for kids
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Martina Castells Ballespí also known as Martina Castells i Ballespí (1852-1884), was one of the first Spanish women to earn a PhD in medicine. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in 1874, and earned her PhD in 1882. In her thesis she supported physical, moral and intellectual education for women.
In Lleida there is a street called Martina Castells Ballespí, where a bust of her can be seen, and in Reus, an avenue is named after her.
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In Spanish: Martina Castells Ballespí para niños
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